Coolest Cafe Franchise Opportunities for Hot Summer
Coolest Cafe Franchise Opportunities for Hot Summer Soaring mercury and hot winds of summer, create a demand in the market, that once lay dormant during winter. Like mercury, the demand for beverages such as cocktails, slush, milkshakes etc. rises. And there could be nothing more satisfying than a refreshing drink accompanied with a quick, in the hour of need. Having said that, there are a couple of sectors, which remain unaffected by the ups and downs of the economy. Out of which, one is education and the other is the food and beverage sector. They are two of the most fundamental and basic needs, hence, necessary for smooth functioning of any society. www.frantastic.in
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Unlike education, a virtue, without which, betterment of self or the society is unachievable, food, on the other hand, is one of the most basic and primal needs, not just for a human but for all living organisms that exist. Therefore, the food sector remains one of the most obvious choices for a young entrepreneur or an investor, looking for business opportunities in India. To start one's own cafe or restaurant is a tedious task. It requires operational knowledge, managerial skills, experience in the hospitality industry and massive funds, just for their start-up phase. Trained and skilled professional staff needs to be employed for smooth operation. For those, who lack experience in the field but have a lump sum amount to invest, may find their answer in the franchise business. Since it’s inception, the franchise business model, has taken over the world like a giant wave. Many brands in India as well, are adopting this concept to broaden the reach of their business, provide business opportunities and support to young entrepreneurs with minimal investment. Here is a list of some franchise brands, who are willing to setup franchisees and expand their business in India and may turn out to be the best investment of the season for any aspiring entrepreneur or investor-
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1. Bistro 57- Bistro 57 is takeaway cafe franchise that has more than 20 outlets across India. They have close to fifty varieties of coffee, shakes and coolers. What makes them worth the investment is the four-star rating at zomato, swiggy and their strong presence in Delhi/ NCR region. They have also been featured in various newspapers and social media platforms such as LBB, So City, Delhi Now, Let Us Explore etc. Bistro 57 provides pre-training to their franchisee until the successful run of the business and post training which means checking and auditing of all the services being done by the franchisee in their area. To buy a Bistro 57 franchise, one needs property of 250 sq. ft. and a total investment of eleven lakh rupees.
2. Stark Bistro- With the rise in popularity of superheroes, there could not be a better time to own a Marvel's superhero-themed cafe. The personnel at Stark Bistro believe, trust and loyalty are the keys to earn guest and customers. Established in 2007, it has close ten outlets under their banner. Like most other franchises, Stark Bistro supports its franchisees to the fullest and provides pre and post training. They require an area of hundred to five thousand square feet and an investment of five to ten lakh rupees. www.frantastic.in
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3. Smoke cafe- Smoke cafe was established in 2013 and are known for combining different barbecue styles from around the world. Their firm belief in the ideology, ’Great meat, rubs and spices are keys to a great barbecue' has helped them serve, the most authentic barbecue signature dishes. Since its establishment, Smoke Cafe has close to 10 outlets. They require their franchisees, the total investment of fifteen lakh rupees and an area of eight hundred to one thousand square feet.
4. Cafe 1947- First established in 2000, Cafe 1947 has set up around 9 franchisees across the country, out of which, 5 are in Bengaluru. They specialize in Indian cuisines. It focuses on the integrity of the flavour. The sophisticated and dramatic qualities of their food, without overpowering the palate which allows the food to speak for itself. Unlike most other franchises, Cafe 1947 is an expensive deal to make. To obtain the franchise, the aspirant needs a total investment of one crore twenty lakh rupees and an area of 1800- 2000 sq. ft.
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5. Cafe Unplugged- As the name suggests, CafeUnplugged is a music cafe. It is probably the only cafe in Ahmedabad, with a live gig setup. They have been around since 2002. Other than it’s most loved and customers’ favourites, friend mushroom and paneer tikka, Kiwi Margarita is their speciality. They also serve Italian, Mexican and Continental food which are customizable as per the costumer's taste. The total investment required to buy this franchise is ten to fifteen lakh rupees and area of at least 1500 sq. ft.
6. Urban Lokal Cafe- The philosophy of this franchise is simple. Their main focus is to provide a safe and comfortable environment for people to hang out and chill. It is a European style vegetarian outlet that serves everything ranging from pasta to bhel and coffee to cocktails. They also serve Indian, Italian and Chinese cuisines at extremely competitive prices. Established in 2013, Urban Lokal Cafe has less than ten outlets. A franchisee is required to invest ten to twenty lakh rupees in the business and needs an area of 250- 1000 sq. ft.
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7. Cafe Udupi Ruchi- It is one the earliest cafe franchises which originated in India, in the year 1999. It is a part of Sri Family. Started by Ms Lalitha Rao Sahib and her husband, Mr S. R. Rao Sahib,adopted modern techniques to prepare the food while retaining the traditional approach. Her methods earned Ms Rao various awards such as, ‘Women Leader of Tomorrow' in 2010 by ET Now and India Mart. Unlike most franchises, Cafe Udupi Ruchi trains their manpower at centralized training centres. They also provide detailed operating manuals to their trainees and back the franchisee with their experts until the establishment of the outlet. Keeping all these points in mind, the franchise fee of ten to twenty lakh that they demand seems like peanuts. An area of 100- 500 sq. ft. is needed to set up an outlet, under their guidelines.
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8.Brewers The Coffee Bar- Founded by Mr Mukesh Gupta in the year 2004, Brewers The Coffee Bar is one of the most promising franchise business opportunities. They started their expansion in 2008 and since then, helped close to two hundred aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners to set up their respective franchisees. The menu lists a variety of food and beverages ranging from burgers, sandwiches, wraps, pasta, pizza, coffee, tea, fusion drinks, slush and what not. Although the area required to set up the outlet is only 300 sq. ft., the franchise fee charged is massive, ranging from two to five crore rupees. But everything good comes for an even better price and the support provided by them stays at par with other franchise giants. Conclusion Entrepreneurs and investors in India and around the world, are always looking for bright business startup ideas or a business opportunity. Franchise business is one answer for those who want to kick start their entrepreneurial journey without much hassle. Although, to own a franchise outlet, provides the small business owner, a boost for the initial stage and gets them a piece of the franchise’s brand value and goodwill, but it does not mean that it keeps the outlet protected from any economical back fall. Just like any other business, franchises may suffer from ill effects due to the ever-changing.
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